Kiyomi
Kiyomi is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning “Pure beauty”, pronounced kee-YOH-mee. It ranked #765 in the United States in 2025, given to 355 babies, and peaked at #765 in 2025. Common nicknames: Kiyo, Mimi, Kiki.
How popular is Kiyomi in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Kiyomi mean, and where does it come from?
Kiyomi is a Japanese name usually written with characters meaning pure and beauty — kiyo, "clear" or "clean," and mi, "beauty" — though other combinations give it slightly different senses. It is also the name of a citrus fruit, a cross between a mandarin and an orange, bred in Japan in the 1970s. The name appears in American records as early as 1917, among Japanese American families, and it entered the top thousand for the first time in 2025, rising with Naomi, Amari and the other -mi endings.
How is Kiyomi used around the world?
Kiyomi is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Kiyomi?
Famous People Named Kiyomi
- Kiyomi Kato — Japanese wrestler and Olympic gold medallist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kiyomi mean?
Kiyomi is a girl name of Japanese origin meaning "Pure beauty." Kiyomi is a Japanese name usually written with characters meaning pure and beauty — kiyo, "clear" or "clean," and mi, "beauty" — though other combinations give it slightly different senses. It is also the name of a citrus fruit, a cross between a mandarin and an orange, bred in Japan in the 1970s.
How do you pronounce Kiyomi?
Kiyomi is pronounced kee-YOH-mee. Common variations include Kiyomie, Kyomi, Kiyoko.
Is Kiyomi a girl name?
Yes, Kiyomi is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Kiyo, Mimi, Kiki.